Vegetarian Beef Shawarma

Discover the irresistible flavors of our Vegetarian Beef Shawarma, a plant-based twist on the Middle Eastern classic that's sure to delight vegans, vegetarians, and meat lovers alike! This recipe features tender, spiced plant-based beef strips marinated in a fragrant blend of garlic powder, paprika, turmeric, cumin, and cinnamon, then quickly sautéed to perfection. Layered inside warm pita bread with fresh slices of tomato, cucumber, red onion, and chopped parsley, and drizzled generously with creamy tahini sauce, this shawarma is a vibrant and satisfying meal. Ready in just 30 minutes and incredibly easy to make, it's perfect for busy weeknights or a flavorful weekend indulgence. Serve this vegan shawarma with extra tahini sauce on the side for dipping and enjoy the perfect marriage of bold spices and fresh veggies!

Nutriscore Rating: 77/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 200 grams Plant-based beef strips
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon Ground coriander
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground turmeric
• 0.25 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
• 4 pieces Pita bread
• 2 medium Tomatoes, sliced
• 1 medium Cucumber, sliced
• 0.5 small Red onion, thinly sliced
• 0.25 cup Fresh parsley, chopped
• 0.5 cup Tahini sauce

Directions

Step 1

In a large bowl, combine the garlic powder, paprika, ground cumin, ground coriander, ground turmeric, ground cinnamon, ground black pepper, and salt.

Step 2

Add the plant-based beef strips to the bowl. Pour in the olive oil and lemon juice. Toss well to coat the strips evenly with the spice mixture. Let it marinate for at least 15 minutes for maximum flavor.

Step 3

While the strips are marinating, prepare the vegetables: slice the tomatoes and cucumber, thinly slice the red onion, and chop the parsley.

Step 4

In a large skillet over medium heat, add a little olive oil and cook the marinated beef strips for about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they are heated through and lightly browned.

Step 5

Warm the pita bread in a dry skillet or oven for a couple of minutes until soft.

Step 6

To assemble the shawarma, spread a generous amount of tahini sauce inside each piece of warm pita bread.

Step 7

Layer in the cooked beef strips and top with sliced tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and chopped parsley.

Step 8

Serve the Vegetarian Beef Shawarma immediately, optionally with extra tahini sauce on the side.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1265.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1780.4

Total Fat 86.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 11.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.1g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 4247.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 187.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 35.8g	0%
Total Sugars 22.7g
Protein 81.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 670.6mg	0%
Iron 27.6mg	0%
Potassium 3202.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 42.0%

Protein: 17.5%

Carbs: 40.5%